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Wizened Man at Devil’s Tower

28 Thursday Aug 2014

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wizened tree at devils towerWizened, worn and breathing his final. He bears the burden of many years. I am captivated by the beauty of his extended life.

Four years ago, I went on an unforgettable adventure with my brother and nephews. I snapped many images when I wasn’t gazing in appreciation and amazement at the natural landscape. I did not discover the man in this image until recently when I was reviewing those images. I am sad I overlooked him the first time, but so glad I found him this time around.

 

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Huzzah and Happy 4th!

03 Thursday Jul 2014

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4th of July, Benjamin Franklin, Boston, celebrations, Constitution, cookouts, Founding Fathers, Fourth of July, history, huzzah, Independence, Independence Day, Labor Day, Memorial Day, photography, Red, United States of America, USA, Veterans, white and blue

The original Constitution of the USA

The original Constitution of the USA

It’s the 4th of July weekend and like most Americans, we’re taking a couple days to enjoy the celebrations. We’re planning on a nice long, relaxing (hopefully) weekend. There are parades to watch, cookouts to attend, and travel to undertake. We’ll wear red, white and blue clothing, and proudly wave flags.

Lately, there seems to be a resurgence in acknowledging the reason for the holidays in the U.S., rather than just basking in a paid day off at the beach, park or backyard. As a collective whole, the citizens of our country do a better job celebrating the history and background. Memorial Day is to remember and honor our service men and women who serve(d) our country. Labor Day celebrates those who paved the way for the American labor movement and is dedicated to the social and economic achievements of workers.

For the 4th of July, the U.S. celebrates the oldest written national constitution in use and the formal establishment of the United States of America. Most people correlate it with freedom. The Constitution defines the principal organs of government and their jurisdictions, and the basic rights of citizens. It was signed by 55 men, commonly referred to as the “founding fathers.” Amendments were added and changed from 1791 through 1992.

???????????????????????????????While touring Boston this past May, I met Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers. An agreeable man, he proudly spoke of the Constitution, its positives and its faults, and his belief in the people of our country. Two hundred and twenty-seven years after it was written, the Constitution still exemplifies the United States of America and the ingenuity, resourcefulness and dedication of its people. Huzzah!

We the People of the United States, in Order to form a more perfect Union, establish Justice, insure domestic Tranquility, provide for the common defence, promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity, do ordain and establish this Constitution for the United States of America.

For more information on the history of the United States, click here http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/134197/Constitution-of-the-United-States-of-America

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Recharging

26 Thursday Jun 2014

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appreciation, beauty, bridge, burdens, life, life choices, nature, park, photography, recharge, refresh, walk

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There come moments when I just need to recharge. I don’t need advice, a lesson, or a helpful hint. Just my thoughts. Deep breaths. And an appreciation for the beauty that surrounds me. The time to shake off any burdens and refocus on acknowledging the things in life that truly matter.

This is a favorite spot on my morning walks. It’s smack dab in the middle of the city, yet it feels a million miles away and centuries back in time.

Excuse me, while I take a moment to recharge.

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Mammoth Springs

23 Thursday Jan 2014

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Mammoth Springs at Yellowstone

Mammoth Springs at Yellowstone

As we stood at the railing, my nephew leaned into my side. I put my arm around his shoulders. He whispered, “Isn’t this awesome?” I kissed the top of his towhead. It certainly is.

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Welcome to Fall

19 Thursday Sep 2013

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autumnal equinox, beauty, changing leaves, despair, fall, lake, life, miss america, nature, photography, shooting, terrorism

The Autumn Equinox officially begins on Sunday, September 22.

In a week that has brought forth much despair: the anniversary of 9-11; the tracking and identification of chemical weapons used by Syria; the crowning of a new Miss America who is Indian-American and immediately–and incorrectly–called a Muslim, an Arab, a terrorist and un-American; and the fatal shooting at the U.S. Naval shipyard, there can be no better time for a reminder of the beauty in simple things.

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Lost Lake, Hazelhurst, WI (photo by AS)

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